Songs of Childhood

In «Songs of Childhood,» Walter De la Mare crafts a lyrical and evocative collection that captures the essence of childhood innocence through a series of enchanting poems. The work is characterized by its whimsical imagery, musicality, and a deep sense of nostalgia for the uncomplicated joys of youth. De la Mare employs a vivid palette of language, which not only conveys the joys and sorrows of childhood but also reflects the broader modernist movement of the early 20th century, where language and form were explored in innovative ways. The enchanting cadence of the poems makes them accessible to... Edasi